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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like The Bahamas to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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